Book description
FINALIST FOR THE 2022 NATIONAL BOOK AWARD FOR FICTION NAMED ONE OF THE NEW YORKER'S BEST BOOKS OF 2022 "An endlessly inventive and moving collection from a thrilling and capacious young talent." --Jess Walter, author of Beautiful Ruins. A luminous new collection of stories from a young writer who "has brought his culture's rich history, mythology, and lyricism to American letters." --Sandra Cisneros Pen/Hemingway finalist Jamil Jan Kochai breathes life into his contemporary Afghan characters, moving between modern-day Afghanistan and the Afghan diaspora in America. In these arresting stories verging on both comedy and tragedy, often starring young characters whose bravado is matched by their tenderness, Kochai once again captures "a singular, resonant voice, an American teenager raised by Old World Afghan storytellers." In "Playing Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain," a young man's video game experience turns into a surreal exploration on his own father's memories of war and occupation. Set in Kabul, "Return to Sender" follows two married doctors driven by guilt to leave the US and care for their fellow Afghans, even when their own son disappears. A college student in the US in "Hungry Ricky Daddy" starves himself in protest of Israeli violence against Palestine. And in the title story, "The Haunting of Hajji Hotak," we learn the story of a man codenamed Hajji, from the perspective of a government surveillance worker, who becomes entrenched in the immigrant family's life. The Haunting of Hajji Hotak and Other Stories is a moving exploration of characters grappling with the ghosts of war and displacement--and one that speaks to the immediate political landscape we reckon with today. The New York Times Book Review
White Swan
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Rink Ruler
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New York Winder
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made my dictaphone recordings much more comfortable to listen to. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while commuting. This was my first audiobook in this genre and I'm hooked! The performance brought the story to life in a way reading never could. Already downloaded another by the same narrator.
Pluto
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Magenta
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Feral Cookie
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BearDrift
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King Bass
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Bitmap
Thanks to ListenBook, downloading audiobooks has never been easier or more convenient. ListenBook's player features, including chapters and bookmarks, are invaluable for a seamless experience. The app is lightweight and doesn’t drain my battery.
Twister Hero
Adjusting the tone of the voice is an innovative feature that sets this app apart. Downloading books over WiFi is quick and hassle-free. Very convenient.
Metal Lady
Mood-based playlists help me choose books that suit my current state of mind. I appreciate the option to listen to samples before committing to a book. 🚶♂️🌟 Embracing audiobooks as my companions during leisurely walks – nature and narratives, a perfect match! 🚶♂️🎧 ListenBook has made my daily commutes so much more enjoyable. I look forward to listening every day!
Nibbler
The sleek design and easy navigation are visually pleasing and user-friendly. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature elevates my listening experience, allowing me to focus on the content. ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature simplifies the process of adding new audiobooks to my collection. Library organization is simplified with ListenBook. It's easy to keep my audiobooks neat and tidy.
Bang Shift
Tone adjustment adds a personalized touch to the narration, making the audiobook experience even more immersive. A decent listen overall. The narration was clear, though some character voices sounded similar. The story was interesting but had moments where it dragged slightly. Still, it was a good way to pass the time.
Con Mammoth
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Darkside Isis
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Forger
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Thank you for making literature more accessible, enjoyable, and immersive. This app is a game-changer! ListenBook has brought stories back into my life, making every moment a new adventure.
StarZen
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Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience